What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny is to bus which costs €27 - €40 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny?

The fastest way to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Ireland and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct bus from Northern Ireland station to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Grand Central Station Stand 11 and arriving at Kilkenny Stn via Airport Zone 16 and Red Cow Luas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Northern Ireland and Kilkenny?

No, there is no direct train from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny. However, there are services departing from Belfast Grand Central and arriving at Kilkenny via Connolly and Dublin Heuston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny?

The distance between Northern Ireland and Kilkenny is 293 km. The road distance is 276.4 km.

How do I travel from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny without a car is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 4h 38m and costs €16 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Kilkenny bus from?

Northern Ireland to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Grand Central Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Northern Ireland to Kilkenny train from?

Northern Ireland to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast Grand Central station.

Train or bus from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny?

The best way to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny is to bus via Dublin Airport (DUB) which takes 4h 38m and costs €16 - €150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €27 - €45 and takes 5h.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Kilkenny bus arrive?

Northern Ireland to Kilkenny bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Airport T2 station.

Where does the Northern Ireland to Kilkenny train arrive?

Northern Ireland to Kilkenny train services, operated by Translink, arrive at Dublin Connolly station.

Can I drive from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Ireland to Kilkenny is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny.

How do I get a bus ticket from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny?

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Where can I stay near Kilkenny?

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Northern Ireland to Kilkenny - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Northern Ireland to Kilkenny by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Dublin Airport (DUB)
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1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Dublin Airport T2bus X1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Red Cow Luas to Kilkenny Stnbus 717
4h 38m
€16–145
Train
1. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin Connollytrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Dublin Heuston to Kilkennytrain Re / ...
5h
€28–41
Drive 276.4 km
1. Drive from Belfast to Kilkennycar 276.4 km
3h 9m
€51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Belfast Glengall to Dublin, O'Connell Street Upper (The Gresham Hotel)bus 705x
2. Take the bus from Burgh Quay to Kilkenny Stnbus 600
5h 12m
€28–38

Northern Ireland to Kilkenny by bus

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Distance: 292.7 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Northern Ireland and Kilkenny, IE-KK, Ireland?

You can take a bus from Grand Central Station Stand 11 to Kilkenny Stn via Dublin Airport T2, Airport Zone 16, and Red Cow Luas in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Belfast Grand Central to Kilkenny via Dublin Connolly, Connolly, Heuston, and Dublin Heuston in around 5h.

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